At the beginning of the twentieth century, few people in the United States practiced a religion other than one based on Christianity. Nearly a century later, a majority of Americans still identify themselves as Christian; however, the United States is also home to some 5 million Buddhists, 3.
Moreover, each of these groups encompasses a variety of religious practices. Americans identifying themselves as Christian, for example, include 67 million Roman Catholics, 16 million of the Southern Baptist Convention, 8 million Methodists, and 5.
Over 2. Four major branches of Judaism, two branches of Islam, and differing forms of Hinduism and Buddhism have all found significant numbers of adherents in the United States. For example, the origin of its population is becoming much less European than in the 20th. In , 33 percent of the foreign population came from Mexico or some other Central American country, 23 percent from Asia, and only 14 percent from Europe. By , the Census Bureau projects a population that will be 24 percent Hispanic, and 14 percent African American, and 8 percent Asian.
To discover more about multicultural topics explored in this essay, see this video exploring how multicultural influences affect work, teams and life in general. Call Email diversity diversityresources. Alpert, Ph. USA: Multicultural Since Still a work in progress, starting at the time of the Declaration of Independence in , the United States was already becoming a multicultural nation. Migrations and Expansions In the nineteenth century, the United States expanded westward incorporating parts of Mexico.
Native Americans Resisting integration and assimilation, Native Americans have sought to maintain their sovereignty and culture while interacting with the broader society. African-American Influences In addition to the strong influence of American Indians, other non-European peoples had an early influence on the diverse culture of the emerging United States.
Efforts to End Discrimination However, opportunities for African Americans have been severely limited by a long history of racial discrimination. Great European Wave The immigration to the United States of non-European peoples was overshadowed between and when millions of Europeans, including thousands of Jews, but mainly Germans, Irish, Italians, Poles and other Slavic peoples, and Scandinavians, came to the United States, indelibly leaving their mark on American culture.
The Church For many Roman Catholic immigrants, the church was not only a center of community, but also a major source of opportunities for education and service. The Rise of Hispanics The most significant population change and potential for influencing American culture is the growing number of Hispanics. Religious Diversity The cultural diversity of the United States is strikingly evident when looking at religion.
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Cookie Settings Accept All. Manage consent. In my opinion, I agree with the second view, that multiculturalism is positive. Multiculturalism is diversity of two or more culture in some region or country.
America is an immigrant country; most people in America are immigrants. They come from different countries and different ethnic groups; they have different languages, educational backgrounds, customs, values and religions. When they arrive America, they must communicate with other people in English. They learn English and the culture from American people or earlier immigrants who are around them.
In their public activity, they must accept American cultural traditions, but in their private lives, they inevitably use their own customs, values, religions, traditional festivals and experiences to influence their behaviors. There are also styles of cooking and types of foods that are specific to a region. Southern-style cooking is often called "American comfort food" and includes dishes such as fried chicken, collard greens, black-eyed peas and corn bread.
Tex-Mex, popular in Texas and the Southwest, is a blend of Spanish and Mexican cooking styles and includes items such as chili and burritos, and relies heavily on shredded cheese and beans. Jerky, dried meats that are served as snacks, is also a food that was created in the United States, according to NPR.
The United States is widely known around the world as a leader in mass media production, including television and movies. According to the U.
Department of Commerce , the United States comprises one-third of the worldwide media and entertainment industry. The television broadcasting industry took hold in the United States in the early s, and American television programs are now shown around the world. The United States also has a vibrant movie industry, centered in Hollywood, California, and American movies are popular worldwide.
The U. Department of Commerce. The United States' arts culture extends beyond movies and television shows, though. New York is home to Broadway, and Americans have a rich theatrical history. The founding fathers had this in mind when they added the First Amendment to the U. S Constitution in the Bill of Rights. Select from these resources to teach your students about the freedom of religion.
National Geographic resources support the teaching of geographic thinking, science, culture, mapping, exploration, and storytelling. This collection contains resources to provide learners with background knowledge as they explore issues related to justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Topics include: cultural identity and diversity; increasing diversity in the geographic and scientific professions; boundary crossings in science, immigration, genetics; linguistic diversity, mapmaking, and others. Every few years, governments count the people living in their territories, a process called a census.
These counts help decide how best to allocate resources and determine political representation. Learn about the surprisingly ancient origins of the census and why this counting process is important to this day.
Use the MapMaker Interactive to explore linguistic diversity across the globe today. Christine Lee is an anthropologist who specializes in bioarchaeology, which uses biological techniques to learn about ancient humans and their culture through the study of their skeletons.
Students examine the concepts of gender roles, cultural convergence, and cultural divergence in the context of Jewish and Muslim religious cultures. Join our community of educators and receive the latest information on National Geographic's resources for you and your students.
Skip to content. Twitter Facebook Pinterest Google Classroom. Learning Objectives Students will: describe cultural diversity in the United States explain how that cultural diversity has changed or is changing. Teaching Approach Learning-for-use. Teaching Methods Discussions Writing.
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